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Xiaomi reveals global HyperOS 4 rollout plan
Xiaomi has announced its global rollout roadmap for HyperOS 4, covering over 80 devices in three waves starting in early November. The update introduces a glass-inspired redesign, new customization options and Android 17-based improvements.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Artificial intelligence · IT industry & companies
Google may be testing search without AI Mode
A user spotted Google testing Search without AI Mode in Chrome's Incognito mode. The test follows a $500 million drop in Alphabet's value tied to underperforming ad revenue from AI Mode.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
watchOS 27.3 adds new audio features
The beta introduces Live Rewind and Siri Recap for Apple Watch, powered by the S11 chip. This lets users replay or get a summary of missed conversation moments.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Operating systems · Software & updates
Safari gains Siri AI actions and vertical tabs
The macOS 27.3 beta brings a new vertical tab layout and Siri-powered actions to Safari. The update is part of the broader iOS 27.3 and iPadOS 27.3 betas.
Full story at MobileSyrup ↗ - Software & updates · Smartphones & apps
Apple expands Health app language support
Apple's redesigned Health app now supports more languages. This brings personalized health insights to a wider global audience.
Full story at apple.com ↗ - Cybersecurity
Google works to fight scams in Asia Pacific
Google is combining built-in protections with local partnerships and education to tackle scams in the region. The effort aims to better protect users from fraud.
Full story at blog.google ↗ - Artificial intelligence · New AI models
Study finds LLM research ages fast
Stanford researchers tested 50 widely cited claims about LLMs against 20 current models and found 44 percent already outdated. Claims about what models cannot do expire the fastest, with an average lifespan of 15.7 months.
Full story at The Decoder ↗ - Artificial intelligence · Programming & dev tools
OpenAI highlights AI use in physical engineering
ChatGPT and Codex are being used to speed up engineering workflows such as CAD, PCB design and simulation. OpenAI showcases how these tools apply to physical-world engineering tasks.
Full story at openai.com ↗ - Software & updates
Search Console shows odd click surge
Google Search Console's performance report is displaying an unusual spike in clicks for some sites. The cause is unclear and may be a bug, which matters for anyone relying on this data for analytics.
Full story at seroundtable.com ↗ - Artificial intelligence · IT industry & companies
Google backs AI research in Singapore
Google is funding new research grants and capacity-building programs to advance AI for science in Singapore. The effort aims to support the next generation of scientific leaders in the region.
Full story at blog.google ↗
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